Location: Hana
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Things to do in Hana, Hawaii (HI): The Best Nature & Parks
Isolated from the rest of Maui by a 52-mile winding drive through coastal rainforest, Hana is an unspoiled beauty dangling from the island's northeastern tip. Untamed Kahanu Garden contains the world's biggest collection of breadfruit and a lava-rock structure believed to be the largest ancient place of worship in Polynesia. Soak up the tropical splendor on beaches with red or black sand. Winter and spring bring humpback whales, visible from Hana Beach County Park.
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1. Kanahuali‘i Falls
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Hana Lava Tube
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By MikeH305 - Phoenix, United States
We didn't get into Thurston Lava Tube on Hawaii so this was a treat when I saw the sign on the road. I have never seen stalactites in a lava tube but this one has them. The lava was dripping I guess then hardened. Very unusual.
3. Wai'anapanapa State Park
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4.5 based on 1,966 reviews
Waianapanapa State Park is on the road to Hana, Maui.
Reviewed By rhealey007 - Charlotte, United States
Absolutely incredible!! It's a can't miss stop. The drive in from Hana Highway is bumpy but well worth it. Go check out the massive waves at the unique black sand beach... WARNING... the waves will occasionally cover the entire sand part of the beach, so be careful where you store your towels, bags, and shoes. Go up top and see the impressive blow hole... be careful of where you choose to stand or you will get drenched. Then continue passed the blow hole and hike, yes hike, a gorgeous short trail that embodies what you think of when you think about Hawaii... lush greens and bright flowers against lava rock and ocean waves. Upon returning to the beach, don't miss the sea arch and the walk-in cave off to the right, directly on the beach.
4. Red Sand Beach - Kaihalulu Beach
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4.5 based on 771 reviews
Reviewed By John340 - Melbourne, Australia
Visited Red Sand Beach on the Road to Hana your (guided using the Shaka app which l highly recommend) Fantastic trail that opens out to the most beautiful cove! Take your swimwear, towel and a picnic and hangout for as long as you want! The trail is absolutely fine to walk in flip flops, just don’t run!!!
5. Hanawi Falls
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By MikeH305 - Phoenix, United States
The falls are neat but parking is limited. We pulled to the left just before the bridge and found some parking so that we could get the photos.
6. Honokalani Black Sand Beach
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4.5 based on 291 reviews
Reviewed By larsval02
Beautiful and worth the time to check it out!! Make sure to see the small lava tube (which is on your right side if you are standing on the beach, facing the water).
7. Wailua Falls
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Road427362 - El Cajon, United States
Wailua Falls is a must see on The Road to Hana and is nearly the last stop on the journey! It’s worth the wait!
8. Hana Bay
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4.0 based on 207 reviews
Located in the town of Hana, Maui, Hana bay is known for great swimming and snorkeling.
Reviewed By BAShannon1 - Clay, United States
A picnic lunch was provided by our tour guide on the Road to Hana Adventure. This location is scenic, relaxing.
9. Kahanu Garden
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4.0 based on 174 reviews
Kahanu Garden is one of five locations of the National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG). Kahanu is home to large collections of Breadfruit and other ethno-botanical plants of the pacific as well as Pi'ilanihale Heiau believed to be the largest heiau in The State of Hawaii and a National Historic Landmark.
Reviewed By OnOn520
This visit was a birthday gift. Wasn't what I had expected. Our guide was quite knowledgeable and personable. Learned so much about the Hawaiian history, its people, the vegetation, the islanders life beliefs, etc. And, the place is beautiful.
10. Garden of Eden Arboretum & Botanical Garden
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4.0 based on 841 reviews
Aloha and welcome to Mauis Garden Of Eden Arboretum. An Arboretum is a park dedicated to trees. We also feature hundreds of lowland rainforest species of flowers,shrubs,and ground covers as well.We began this project in1991 with 30 acres of densely overgrown jungle, now after investing more than 20yrs of physical labor and 2 million dollars, we have created one of Hawaii's most visited botanical gardens. We have many plants found nowhere else or are uncommon to Hawaii, such as rare Amazon fruits and medicinal species, endangered hardwoods, spice, exotic nut trees, ferns and so much more...A botanical Disneyland with over 2 miles of maintained graveled walking trails...A truly educational facility with over 700 plants botanically labeled. Try to allow at least 45 minutes to explore.We feature great views and photo opportunities but no direct access to the waterfall or pools.If you are only interested in restrooms (we now have improved facilities) You can do so for free 2 miles down the road.A portion of your entry fee is donated to the nature conservatory. The cost to keep our gate open averages $1,000/dy so we sincerely thank you for your support,,,especially those who have contributed beyond our entry fee. Most botanical gardens have teams of volunteers and use chemicals to curb costs. Our entire staff are well paid professionals, and we are almost entirely a chemical free park. Thank you for visiting, we do take your comments to heart
Reviewed By S3056YMsusanm - Maui, United States
Beautiful garden although entrance is a bit confusing, not very clear about which direction to go, if there’s parking, is it just a drive through or are there trails? You can do all of the above, drive through or park and hike. Several parking lots, several bathrooms and beautiful flora. We enjoyed all the placards naming and describing the plants and trees, the trails were nicely kept and yet there was still a feeling of wild ‘jungle’. So sad to see all the carving in some of the trees and bamboo. Very disrespectful. The road to Hana is always a bit daunting but if your destination is The Garden of Eden, very little traffic if you leave mid morning!
